Computer Laboratory Inspection Checklist

Health & Safety Unit, Human Resources Inspection Team: Laboratory Room No:

Laboratory Supervisor:

Date of Inspection:

NB: Boxes to be ticked as items are sighted () or not present (), or otherwise NA indicates the hazard category or item is not applicable to this laboratory. If (x), provide Corrective Actions. No. Question / / NA Corrective Actions Responsible Target Person Completion Date

1. Induction and Training 1.1 Is there a register of inductions for this area? 1.2 Is there a logbook for training on specific equipment? 2. Placarding 2.1 Is there placarding on the entrance to the lab showing safety symbols, PPE requirements, storage precautions and hazards? 3. Emergency Procedures 3.1 Are the emergency procedures placarded in the lab? 3.2 Are Emergency Exits to the lab clearly marked? 4. Emergency Equipment 4.1 Is the First Aid Kit accessible and serviced regularly (check certificate date)? 4.2 Are the designated First Aid personnel identified and contact details available? 4.3 Are appropriate Spill kits available for the lab? 4.4 Is a Fire Blanket accessible? 4.5 Is the Fire Extinguisher accessible with instructions intact? 4.6 Is the Safety Shower accessible and tested regularly (records kept)? 4.7 Is the Eye wash station accessible and tested regularly (records kept)? 5. Safe Working 5.1 Does the lab maintain written procedures: a) safe working/standard operating procedures b) risk assessments c) Lab Safety Manual? 5.2 Are all hazards and incidents reported (through the MQ OHS hazard/incident reporting system1) and investigated? 5.3 Is there an out of hours system/logbook in use (security informed, doors locked)? 5.4 Do people comply with the working alone policy2?

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Health & Safety Unit, Human Resources 5.5 Is housekeeping appropriate (no clutter on floor, benches, cupboards, fume hood, sinks, fridge)? Are food & drink prohibited in the laboratory?

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6. Floor/Lighting & Ventilation 6.1 Is the floor kept clean, dry, even and free from slip & trip hazards? 6.2 Are walkways and doorways kept clear of boxes, equipment and general litter? 6.3 Is the lab floor cleaned regularly and spills cleaned up immediately? 6.4 Is there adequate lighting and cross-room ventilation? 7. Ergonomics 7.1 Are all frequently used items within easy reach? 7.2 Is the work area set-up to prevent undue twisting of the neck and trunk? 7.3 Is there a chair of appropriate height provided at the workbench where sitting/standing work is performed? 7.4 Can the lab worker get close to the workstation when seated? 7.5 Is the seat and backrest height of the chair adjustable? 8. Electrical Safety 8.1 Are all power points, light fittings and switches in a safe place and free of obvious defects? 8.2 Are equipment, power tools, extension leads and power boards maintained in a safe operating condition? 8.3 Are power leads and boards laid out & located in a safe position to prevent mechanical or other damage & to not create a trip hazard? 8.4 Are there adequate power outlets? Is excessive use of extension cords and power boards controlled? Are double adaptors prohibited? 8.5 Are all power boards fitted with overload protection? 8.6 Are new items electrically tested and tagged? 8.7 Have residual current devices (RCD) been electrically tested? Are manual RCDs push button-tested regularly (records kept)? 8.8 Are non-RCD-protected outlets clearly marked? 8.9 Are high-voltage sources adequately protected? Are water supplies securely separated from 8.10 electrical equipment?

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Health & Safety Unit, Human Resources 9. Manual Handling (MH) 9.1 Is there adequate space for all movements involved in the MH task: a) Bench space for equipment b) Leg space under bench? Are heavy/awkward objects stored between knee and shoulder height? Are correct MH techniques/equipment used for lifting heavy/awkward or unstable items (see OHS website3 for correct methods)? Are only lightweight items stored above reaching height? If so, is there an appropriate step stool/freestanding stepladder for reaching high items?

9.2 9.3 9.4

10. Hazard identification inspections 10.1 Have all corrective actions from the last hazard identification inspection been undertaken?

Other Comments:

Completed by (Print name) : ________________

Signature: ___________________

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